Well....
It has been a long journey of chemotherapy, fatigue, nausea, headaches, pain, and many other things associated with my treatment for cancer. This journey is coming to a close, and soon a new journey will begin, the journey of recovery. May 19th I will have an MRI and a heart echo to make sure that everything is clear and the cancer is no longer present. Until then, I am free to do normal activities to my ability.
Last night, I had my first skating lesson and am now regularly having lessons. I've also been to the gym a couple times and am building my muscle back up. Yesterday, I also made a trip to the mall and as my mom would put it 'made a big contribution to the U.S. economy.' All though I have not gotten my final scans, I have already started to work towards recovery. In a few days I will be returning back to school, all though only part time, and tomorrow I start drivers ed! In a week and two days I can get my permit, and will be able to drive! So, I am warning everyone now that I will be on the road in a week and to watch out.
So, I am doing well and heading towards normalcy as my dad mentioned. In the upcoming month every weekend is full, and the Hawkins family will return to their normal busy life. In the next few months during the summer, we will be venturing up to New England and Michigan for college visits as well as a trip to the beach for a week, and of course the most fun trip to Ohio for my skating camp. And don't forget the trips for skating practice all across Maryland. Also, this summer I will be turning 16. So, as it is easy to tell, the Hawkins family has many plans and will be very busy as usual, returning to our normal activities. =]
Thanks again for all your support and prayers through this difficult time!
Ally
P.S. My hair is even starting to grow back, which is a true sign of recovery!!!!!
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